62nd Annual Houston Boat Show
2017-01-06 - 2017-01-15 | NRG Center at NRG Park, 8400 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX, 77054, United States
@ the NRG Center (Former Reliant/Astro Hall)
The Southwest Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society (SW ACBS) and the Texas Chapter of the Antique Outboard Motor Club (TXAOMCI) cordially invite you to come show your boats and outboard motors at this world class boat show. We have enough shared space for 15 boats and several clusters of motors.
As a fan of antique and classic boats and motors, if you haven’t experienced this show, you are in for a treat. Picture this…our oasis of classic woodies and motors is the entryway into the NRG assemblage of hundreds of dealers hawking 1000+ new plastic boats and motors that don’t at all resemble the art deco beauties we love and cherish. It’s very pleasing to enjoy the expressions on the faces of hundreds of folks attending the show when they get a look at our really cool vintage stuff. Our displays draw on deep memories and often spark conversations like, “My dad or granddad use to have this or that…” or “Do you remember…?” and more. We attract many, many visitors who ask some of the most interesting questions and you get to be the “go-to” answer guy with your hobby experience and knowledge.
We would like for interested members to consider the following:
First…come show your boat(s) and/or motors.
Second, come and help with the set-up (date to be announced) and /takedown of our display on Sunday Jan 15th at 5 PM.
Third, come help man our display booth during the show.
Additionally, SW ACBS is again sponsoring Kids Build a Boat, Kids Rebuild a Motor and Kids Paint a Boat hands-on projects on the weekend days of the show. This is a lot of fun and you are cordially invited to help our builder team coach the kids working these projects
Show entry for exhibitors/booth workers/boat builder coaches is free, but we only have a limited roster for passes, so we can’t admit all our club members on “the freebie” en mass.
Show parking for everyone attending or working the show (including exhibitors and booth workers) is $12.00/day with reentry privileges that same day.

Show hours are:
Friday, Jan 6th, 1 PM to 8 PM
Saturday & Sunday, Jan 7th -8th 11 AM to 8 PM
Monday & Tuesday, Jan 9th-10th, 11 AM to 8 PM
Wednesday & Thursday Jan 11th – 12th, 1 PM to 8 PM
Friday Jan 13th, 1PM to 9 PM
Saturday, Jan 14th, 11 AM to 9 PM
Sunday, Jan 15th, 11 AM to 5 PM
Di Johnson from the SW ACBS and Adam Finn of TX AOMCI are once again coordinating to organize this event and are encouraging good participation from our club members.
Please contact either:
Adam @ 713-823-4091 or by email – adfinn59@icloud.com
Di @ 281-682-0968 or by email – dijohnson47@comcast.net

Lake Houston Meet - July 17, 2021
2021-07-17 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
Our annual summer meet for the Texas Chapter of the Antique Outboard Motor Club will be held on Saturday, July 17th from 8:00AM until 5:00PM.This one-day boating/sell/swap meet is on Lake Houston, a 14,000 acre reservoir and a mere 20 minute drive from downtown Houston. The meet is held on the south eastern side of the lake at the Indian Shores Community Center. This facility is a lake-lodge style place resting relaxfully on 1.5 acres of beautiful waterfront. Features that provide an excellent site for our meet include an air conditioned clubhouse (with indoor restrooms); easy slope, double-wide boat ramp; picnic tables and shady trees. A long pier and adjacent bulkheads provide for docking, but be sure and bring extra boat bumpers or cushions to protect your boat.
This event has turned into a great relaxing family meet. Chapter member John Platou lives on the lake and will lead us on a boat parade. Like always, make sure that you have the normal state-required safety gear on your boat along with your registration.
For lunch, we’ll be grilling up some great hot dogs with all the fixin’s for a nominal cost per person.
Anyone coming from out of town can make reservations for a reasonable cost at the Best Western Plus, a 15 minute drive from the event at: 281-852-5665. Mention that you are with the Antique Outboard Motor Club. The Indian Shores Community Center does not have a formal address, but the nearest address(for GPS use) is directly next door at: 20719 Appaloosa, Crosby, Texas 77532.
So we can plan a head count for lunch, please contact Adam Finn by email or phone before the event (include the total # in your party). John Platou is the primary contact for this event at: 832-473-8928 or email at John.platou@yahoo.com .

Bring your boats, motors and ”stuff” you wish to sell and join us for a fun filled day on the lake.

Lake LBJ Fall Meet - October 2023
2023-10-13 - 2023-10-15 | TX
The Texas AOMCI Fall Wet Meet will be held on Lake LBJ, which is a constant level lake that is more like a river surrounded by a lot of natural beauty in the heart of the Texas hill country. We plan on having boat cruises and a picnic style dinner on Saturday evening.
The Valentine Lakeside is located on the water with comfortable cabins with kitchens. Go to their website to gain more information and photos at: https://www.valentinelakeside.com/
For reservations, contact the Valentine Lakeside resort at: (325) 388-4418

Louis Rothermel's 29th Annual Swap Meet - Back on the Schedule
2023-11-10 - 2023-11-12 | Louis Rothermel’s Dry Meet, 5910 Star Lane, Houston, TX, 77057, United States
Louis Rothermel has invited all of us to attend his 29th consecutive Houston Swap Meet this coming November. Friday is usually the day of arrival and most individuals will show up throughout the day. Some selling and trading usually occurs, but the majority of the activity will fall on Saturday. We open at 9:00AM and Louis will provide coffee and donuts on Friday morning. Lunch is usually handled by ordering in burgers. We normally wrap things up by 6:00PM.
Saturday is the heart of the meet and we will start at 9:00AM. Louis will provide the usual coffee, soft drinks, and donuts. We usually order in lunch by 1:00PM from Pappas Barbecue for a $10 per person fee for all you can eat. Throughout the day, we will be visiting, buying, selling, etc. Although you are encouraged to bring some motors for display, please help spice up the meet by bringing a motor or motors that you no longer want and any parts that you would like to share with other members. We will probably end the Saturday activity at 6:00PM.
Sunday is a work on motors day. Bring your motors if you want to clean them up or get advice on how to repair them. We will open again at 9:00AM with beverages and donuts and we will stay until 6:00PM if necessary, Lunch will probably be leftover B-B-Q. If you have never attended this meet, you do not know what you are missing. We hope to see you all there!
Contact Information: Louis Rothermel—Office Number: (713) 783-6301
Meet Address: 5910 Star Lane, Houston, TX 77057-7118

7th Annual Lipan Swap Meet - Spring 2024
2024-03-01 - 2024-03-02 | TX
Tony and Andrea Robinson have once again volunteered to hold a swap meet at their home In Lipan, They live on the edge of town on 1.26 acres and have a nice shop area that is great for hosting a meet. There is also a large test tank for running outboards. The heart of this meet will be on Saturday, but individuals are welcome to arrive early on Friday to start the fun. There will be a catered lunch on Saturday for a reasonable fee per person. Tony has indicated that guests are welcome on Sunday; however, he will be attending church that morning. He also offers his camper to anyone wishing to use it, but you must call to reserve it.
Grandbury Texas which is 18 miles from Tony’s home is a quaint destination town. Grandbury has numerous restaurants, a town square, Breweries, Wineries, Marina on Lake Grandbury, Opera Theater House, Railroad Museum to name just a few things. You could easily stay a night in Grandbury have some fun and go to Tony’s meet. See attached pics of Tony’s property and just a few outboards.

Tony is passionate about our hobby and is excited about hosting his fourth annual swap meet. I encourage all of our members to bring something to sell and/or trade. Feel free to invite your friends. It is important that you RSVP Tony if you plan to attend so that he can be properly prepared for everyone. We hope to see you all there!

Contact Information for Tony Robinson:
Meet Address: 126 Sears Street, Lipan, TX 76462
mobile: (817) 320-4278
email: farmallm39@sbcglobal.net
The club thanks Tony for hosting this meet.

Lake LBJ Spring Wet Meet - April 2024
2024-04-19 - 2024-04-21 | TX
The Texas AOMCI Fall Wet Meet will be held on Lake LBJ, which is a constant level lake that is more like a river surrounded by a lot of natural beauty in the heart of the Texas hill country. We plan on having boat cruises and a picnic style dinner on Saturday evening.
The Valentine Lakeside is located on the water with comfortable cabins with kitchens. Go to their website to gain more information and photos at: https://www.valentinelakeside.com/
For reservations, contact the Valentine Lakeside resort at: (325) 388-4418. Susan Patten is the owner and will be happy to help you with your reservation.

8th Annual Lipan Swap Meet - February 28, 2025 through March 2, 2025
2025-02-28 - 2025-03-03 | Tony Robinson’s Place, 126 Sears St., Lipan, TX, 76462, United States
Tony and Andrea Robinson have once again volunteered to hold a swap meet at their home in Lipan, Texas. They live on the edge of town on 1.26 acres and have a nice shop area that is great for hosting a meet. There is also a large test tank for running outboards. The heart of this meet will be on Saturday, but individuals are welcome to arrive early on Friday to start the fun. There will be a catered lunch on Saturday for a reasonable fee per person. Tony has indicated that guests are welcome on Sunday, however he will be attending church that morning. He also offers his camper to anyone wishing to use it, but you must call to reserve it.
Granbury, Texas is 18 miles from Tony’s home and is a quaint destination town. Granbury has numerous restaurants, a town square, breweries, wineries, marina on Lake Granbury, opera theater house, railroad museum to name just a few things. You could easily stay a night in Granbury have some fun and go to Tony’s meet.
Tony is passionate about our hobby and is excited about hosting this annual swap meet. I encourage all of our members to bring something to sell and/or trade. Feel free to invite your friends. It is important that you RSVP Tony if you plan to attend so that he can be properly prepared for everyone. We hope to see you all there!
Contact Information: Tony Robinson
Cell Number: (817) 320-4278
email Address: farmallm39@sbcglobal.net
Meet Address: 126 Sears Street; Lipan, TX 76462-2004

Lake LBJ Fall Wet Meet - October 23-25, 202
2025-10-24 - 2025-10-27 | Heart of Texas Lake Resort, 408 Parkway, Burnet,, TX, 78611, United States
It will soon be time for our Fall wet meet at Heart of Texas Lake Resort and we all have our fingers crossed hoping for better weather than we had in the Spring. This wet meet has proven to be great for running your boats and outboards. There are cabins, condos, campsites, and a very nice launch ramp with plenty of docking slips for our boats. Some members like to arrive early on Thursday. We will have our usual picnic style lunch on Saturday night at the pavilion between the condos. If you have not done so, we recommend that you make your reservations soon because Heart of Texas Lake Resort is one of the more desirable locations for outdoor gatherings and they fill up quickly.
Contact Information: BJ or Cassie — Telephone Number: (512) 420-3330 [Make Sure to Identify Yourself as a Member of The Antique Outboard Motor Club]

31st Annual Houston Swap Meet — November 7-9, 2025
2025-11-07 09:00 - 2025-11-09 18:00 | Louis Rothermel’s Dry Meet, 5910 Star Lane, Houston, TX, 77057, United States
Louis Rothermel wishes to invite you to his 31st Annual Houston Swap Meet on the weekend of November 7th through 9th.
Friday is usually the day of arrival and most individuals will show up throughout the day. Some selling and trading usually occurs, but the majority of the activity will fall on Saturday. We open at 9:00AM and Louis will provide coffee, soft drinks, and donuts on Friday morning. Lunch is usually handled by ordering burgers. We normally wrap things up by 6:00PM.
Saturday is the heart of the meet and we will start at 9:00AM. Louis will provide the usual coffee, soft drinks, and donuts. We usually order in lunch by 1:00PM from Pappas Barbecue for a $10 per person fee for all you can eat. Throughout the day, we will be visiting, buying, selling, etc. Although you are encouraged to bring some motors for display, please help spice up the meet by bringing a motor or motors that you no longer want and any parts that you would like to share with other members. We will probably end the Saturday activity at 6:00PM.
Sunday is a work on motors day. Bring your motors if you want to clean them up or get advice on how to repair them. We will open again at 9:00AM with beverages and donuts and we will stay until 6:00PM if necessary, Lunch will probably be leftover B-B-Q. If you have never attended this meet, you do not know what you are missing. We hope to see you all there!
Contact Info: Louis Rothermel – Office Phone: (713) 783-6301 / Cell Phone: (713) 301-4010 / Home Phone: (713) 782-5478
Meet Address: 5910 Star Lane, Houston, TX 77057-7118

Lipan Sale/Swap Dry Meet- March 13th and 14th, 2026
2026-03-13 - 2026-03-15 | Tony Robinson’s Place, 126 Sears St., Lipan, TX, 76462, United States
Club Member Tony Robinson puts on an annual sale/swap meet at his home in Lipan, Tx. Lipan is about 18 miles from both Grandbury and Stephenville and 50 miles west of Fort Worth.

Tony lives on the edge of town on 1.26 acres and has a shop area that is great to host a swap meet. He also has a large test tank to run motors and a large collection of motors and vintage boats. The meet is primarily a one day meet on Saturday but anyone is welcome to come in on Friday.

Tony usually will take up a collection for lunch on Saturday. Tony may also invite members from the Antique Tractor and Engine Club to attend as well.

This meet has now been held for many years and enjoyed by those that attend. Tony is passionate about our hobby and does a good job putting on this meet. Should you have any questions, please contact Tony on his cell: 817-320-4278 or email: FARMALLM39@icloud.com.

Meet address is: 126 Sears St, Lipan, Tx 76462

Spring Wet Meet at the Heart of Texas Lake Resort - April 24th-26th, 2026
2026-04-24 - 2026-04-27 | Heart of Texas Lake Resort, 408 Parkway, Burnet,, TX, 78611, United States
It will soon be time for our Spring wet meet at the Heart of Texas Lake Resort and we all have our fingers crossed in hopes of good weather! This wet meet has proven to be great for running your boats and outboards. There are cabins, condos, campsites and a very nice launch ramp with plenty of docking slips for our boats. Some members like to extend the weekend trip by arriving early on Thursday. We will have our usual picnic style lunch on Saturday night at the pavilion between the condos. If you have not done so, we recommend that you make your reservations soon because Heart of Texas Lake Resort is one of the more desirable locations for outdoor gatherings and they fill up quickly.
Contact Information: BJ or Cassie — Telephone Number: (512) 420-3330
Make Sure to Identify Yourself as a Member of The Antique Outboard Motor Club!

Fall Wet Meet - Lake LBJ - October 23-25, 2026
2026-10-23 - 2026-10-26 | Heart of Texas Lake Resort, 408 Parkway, Burnet,, TX, 78611, United States
It will soon be time for our Fall wet meet at Heart of Texas Lake Resort. This wet meet has proven to be great for running your boats and outboards. There are cabins, condos, campsites, and a very nice launch ramp with plenty of docking slips for our boats. Some members like to arrive early on Thursday. We will have our usual picnic style lunch on Saturday night at the pavilion between the condos. If you have not done so, we recommend that you make your reservations soon because Heart of Texas Lake Resort is one of the more desirable locations for outdoor gatherings and they fill up quickly.
Contact Information: BJ or Cassie — Telephone Number: (512) 420-3330 [Make Sure to Identify Yourself as a Member of The Antique Outboard Motor Club]
